also known as Robert Bates
Our office specializes in representing folks injured in car accidents, slip and falls, and malpractice. Over the last 15 years, we have recovered over $50 million for our clients. We don't back down from a fight and I see myself and my family in the good people I represent. I am honored to earn their trust and I do not take it for granted.
I LOVE WHAT I DO.
I have won hundreds of cases. Car accidents, truck wrecks, motorcycle wrecks, bicycle wrecks, Workers' Compensation, Social Security Disability, Bad Products, Slip and Falls, etc.
Some of the more notable cases included: $4 million in a truck wreck case, $2.6 million in a slip and fall trial, $3 million in a head on car wreck, $2 million in a mesothelioma case, and one of the 5 largest workers' compensation verdicts in Tennessee history.
I personally handle every case. My clients are given my cell phone number and I encourage them to text or call anytime. I'm not one of those lawyers who beg you to call them, and then hand you off to someone else. I don't ask you to talk to me, only for me not to return your call. I don't practice "happy law." I don't represent lottery winners or big sports stars, and I darn sure don't represent insurance companies. I have never represented a single client who has wanted to be injured or disabled. I discount my fees for police and military and I represent the Police Union.
I have been asked to teach lawyers across the country. I've been recognized nationally as one of the top 40 lawyers under 40, and as one of the top trial lawyers in the country. I have been appointed as lifetime member in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, a select group of lawyers who have achieved some of the highest results for their clients.
Above all, I am a PROUD DAD.
My family is my motivation to fight for every client.
I see myself in every injured client.
I see my wife in every client’s spouse and family member.
I see my sons in every injured child.
It's because of them that I love what I do.
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16 years | 400 cases
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16 years | 200 cases
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Acquired: 2011
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2100 Reservoir Rd, Kingsport, TN, 37660
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Posted by Coral | February 24, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
did the best for me
Mr. Bates was very efficient and helpful throughout the entire process. My case seemed pretty cut and dry. However, by the time he was finished I came out much better than I expected. He and his staff were professional while personable at the same time. They put me at ease and consistently reminde...
Posted by Dylan | September 28, 2012 | Personal Injury
Review of Robert Bates II as my Lawyer.
I was very pleased with Mr. Bates as my attorney. He was very knowledgeable and respectful. He kept me informed of my case and asked my opinion on everything. He took care of my needs and got the suit over with much faster than I anticipated. He answered all questions of mine quickly and was very hel...
Posted by Jim | July 09, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Review of R.B. II
Robert picked up my case from another in-house attorney and never missed a beat.He stayed-the-course in a longer than usual process.His insight was good and he kept me informed.....plus we won our case!!!
"Robert is a very bright attorney who is extremely knowledgeable in the areas of Workers Compensation and Personal Injury. His clients appreciate the care he takes with them and the effectiveness of his representation. I fully endorse this lawyer."
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2022
Top 40 Under 40, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2022
Super Lawyer, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2021
Top 40 Under 40, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2020
Top 40 Under 40, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2019
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Top 10 Lawyer Under 40 Years Old, National Association of Personal Injury Attorneys
2011
Top Student, Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities
2011
Dean's Scholar, Appalachian School of Law
2010
Book Award, Appalachian School of Law
2010
Dean's Scholar, Appalachian School of Law
2009
Dean's Scholar, Appalachian School of Law
2008
Top Student, Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities
2008
Dean's Scholar, Appalachian School of Law
2019 - Present
Attorney, Robert Bates & Associates, PLLC
2010 - 2019
Attorney, Law Offices of Seaton and Bates, PLLC
2009 - 2010
Legal Clerk, Altizer, Walk and White
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, Anderson County District Attorney's Office
Treasurer
2012 - 2018
Tennessee Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2017
2012
Trial Skills
2011
Jurisprudence
2008
Bachelor's
2021
Medical Malpractice
2019
Opening Statements
2018
Car Wreck Litigation
2017
Pleading Practice in High Stakes Litigation
2016
Adapt or Die - Changing How to Prosecute Truck Wreck Cases
2020
2013
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My son broke his arm at the McDonalds play ground. Who is resposonsible?
03 Oct 2012
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07 Dec 2011